I was surprised by how easy it is to be vegan in Laos. If you visit popular cities like Vientiane, Luang Prabang, and Vang Vieng, you won’t have any trouble finding plant-based options.
I found vegan restaurants in all of these cities, but even places that are not fully vegan still offered options. If you are having second thoughts about visiting Laos as a vegan, there’s really nothing to worry about.
It may be more difficult to find vegan food in less touristy parts of Laos. I haven’t explored those areas yet, but the locals are very friendly, and I believe they would try to make something for you, even if they don’t have vegan dishes on the menu.
I spent one week in Laos and enjoyed some delicious meals at amazing restaurants. Below, I’ve put together a list of my favourite restaurants and vegan dishes to try in Laos.
BEST VEGAN RESTAURANTS IN LAOS
COCO&CO – LAOS VEGAN CAFE
Coco&Co is a modern café-restaurant in Vientiane with an amazing selection of vegan cakes and desserts. It’s probably the best place on our list for plant-based sweet treats in Laos.
Their food is a mix of Asian and Western cuisine. You can enjoy curry with rice, avocado toast, healthy vegetable bowls, pasta, fresh coffee, and juices. I had the curry with rice and a coffee. The food was very good!
Unfortunately, I was too full after my curry to try a dessert, but I’ll definitely be back next time.
LOS IN BAAN – LAOS VEGAN DATE NIGHT
Lost in Baan is such an amazing restaurant in Laos. It is situated in Luang Prabang, and it is a perfect place for a date night. They have amazing ambiance, cocktails, and their menu also offers a good selection of vegan dishes.
They make their own cashew cheese, you can have a poke bowl, and some other appetisers. There is also a main dish with tempeh, and they have a plant-based dessert! This is the restaurant that I will return to as soon as I come back to Laos.
KAPPHET VEGAN RESTAURANT IN LAOS
It is a vegan restaurant in Vang Vieng. They make fresh coconut smoothies that are amazing and worth trying. You can have fried rice, spaghetti, a burger, soup, a sandwich, fried vegetables with rice, larb, and a few other options.
The owners are really friendly, and their food is delicious. I had noodle soup with coconut, and it was amazing.
MITI RESTAURANT – LAOS VEGAN OPTIONS
It was one of my favourite restaurants in Laos. Miti Restaurant is located in Luang Prabang. Their menu is wide, and if you are staying for multiple days, you can try a few different things.
They have many plant-based options with tofu, like curries, noodles, or fried rice. But the main reason I kept returning to this restaurant was because of their vegan coconut ice cream. This was the best ice cream I had in Laos. You can also have it with fresh mango. It really is the best dessert in hot weather.
H&H VEGETARIAN FOOD AND PIZZA
It is a vegetarian restaurant in Vang Vieng that has many plant-based options. Before ordering, just check if the dish contains any animal ingredients like dairy or eggs. It is a small restaurant right on the main road.
The food is good and affordable. You can have noodles, rice, curries, stir-fried dishes, sandwiches, and so much more. If you are staying in Vang Vieng for a longer time, it is a perfect place to visit more than once, because there are so many different food options.
TWO LITTLE BIRDS CAFE
It is a vegetarian café in Laos that serves mostly vegan options. It is a very popular breakfast spot in Luang Prabang, so if you are hungry in the morning, go early.
They have plant-based smoothie bowls in different fruit combinations. If you prefer something not so sweet, you can also have toast with mushrooms or avocado. They also serve lunch, so it’s a great spot to try some traditional Lao cuisine made vegan.
LAOS VEGAN REUNION CAFE
It is a small vegan restaurant in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. The location is a little bit hidden, but once you find it, the atmosphere is friendly. They have a wide selection of vegan dishes like fried rice, salad, noodles, soups, and different appetisers. You can also find many dishes with faux meat.
We tried their noodle soup, and it was good.
LAOS VEGAN FOOD AT NIGHT MARKETS
Visiting night markets is a popular activity in Laos. These markets usually have many food stalls where you can find affordable snacks. Most stalls at night markets in Laos don’t offer vegan options, but there are some exceptions. We found a few in the Vientiane Night Food Market.
We came across a mochi stall that had some vegan mochi options, like Daifuku mochi. The mochis were amazing. You should definitely try them when you’re there!
Another option at this night market in Laos is Japanese purple sweet potato balls. If you visit Vientiane, make sure to stop by this night market and enjoy some plant-based snacks.
In Luang Prabang, there is also one food option at the city’s famous night market. This market is known for souvenirs, but there are a few things to try food-wise as well.
We found a place called Ajam Mora, right in the middle of the night market food street. It’s a very affordable spot, and you can find a few vegan options. I ordered their noodle soup, which wasn’t my favourite, so if you decide to visit, maybe try something else.
HOW TO PLAN YOUR TRAVEL ITINERARY IN LAOS
4 DAYS LUANG PRABANG
I spent one week in Laos. Ideally, if you have more time, you could even spend two weeks in Laos and visit all the hidden gems that are worth exploring. Because my time was limited, I spent 4 nights in Luang Prabang. It was the perfect amount of time to really enjoy this beautiful city. I was able to explore and also relax during those 4 days.
I stayed in a wonderful accommodation called Satri House. If you decide to spend time in Luang Prabang, definitely book this hotel.
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The city offers a wide range of amazing vegan food options. If you stay in Luang Prabang for a few days, you’ll be amazed by all the delicious restaurants you’ll be able to visit. If you want to learn more, check my guide on vegan restaurants in Luang Prabang.
2 DAYS VANG VIENG
After Luang Prabang, I continued my Laos journey to Vang Vieng. I spent 2 nights there — if you have the option, stay at least 3 nights. For me, the time felt a little bit too short for all the amazing things you can do there. This city does not have as many plant-based restaurants, but there are still a few where you can enjoy delicious food.
My accommodation there was also breathtaking. I stayed at Riverside Boutique Resort. It is probably the most beautiful resort in the area, with amazing views. If you want to learn more about the best vegan restaurants in Vang Vieng and what to do there, check my guide.
1 DAY VIENTIANE
For my last night in Laos, I chose to stay in Vientiane, just to be closer to the airport. There is not much to do in the city, but the night market was very nice, as I could find some food options.
There are also a few vegan restaurants you can try when visiting. If you want to learn more in detail about how to spend one week in Laos, check out my 7-day Laos itinerary.
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